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A nurse at NYU Langone Health was fired after calling Israel's war in Gaza a "genocide" during an award acceptance speech. The hospital cited a previous warning and complaints from colleagues as reasons for her termination. Jabr defended her comments, linking them to the nature of the bereavement award she received.
Dr. Shae Datta, co-director of the NYU Langone Concussion Center, emphasizes the seriousness of concussions and the importance of proper treatment and monitoring. Symptoms include headache, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating, and treatment varies based on severity. Parents should ensure symptoms have completely resolved before allowing their child to return to sports, and imaging may be necessary in some cases. To prevent long-term consequences, it's crucial to report and treat concussions promptly, and a multidisciplinary team can assess an athlete's readiness to return to play.
NYU Langone doctor Kanokporn “Amy” Tangsuan, who had severe nut and dairy allergies, tragically died from anaphylaxis after dining at a Disney Springs restaurant despite informing the wait staff multiple times about her allergies. Her father revealed that she had always been vigilant about her allergies and carried an EpiPen. Tangsuan's widower has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Disney and the restaurant. The family is seeking damages in excess of $50,000.